The deluge 

John Martin's "The Deluge" is a dramatic depiction of the biblical flood. The painting features a rocky, mountainous landscape with a dark, stormy sky overhead. In the foreground, a small group of figures cling to a cliff, their faces turned towards the rising water. The painting's intense colors and dramatic composition evoke the terror and power of nature. Martin, known for his dramatic and often apocalyptic landscapes, often drew inspiration from biblical stories. This painting, likely inspired by the Book of Genesis, was created sometime between 1789 and 1854. The painting evokes a sense of awe and wonder, reminding viewers of the power and majesty of nature.